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Obama's speech in Cairo
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Obama's speech in Cairo
First of all, greetings to all of the previous Trackshark posters, since this is my first post here even though it isn't track related... Hope all are well.. And hello to all Track and Field News posters too...
Just watched Obama's speech from Cairo live.. Although there wasn't time for him to discuss certain specific policies, what he said, and the way that he said it, made me proud that he's representing my country. and that he was my candidate of choice.. His philosophies seem so much closer to those of my own compared to the previous administration... Other opinions on his speech in Egypt involving US-Islam relations?
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Welcome to this board Blues! A very important speech indeed. I hope it does what its designed to do. I will check it out tonite. I dont agree with everything Obama does but he's my President and i wish him well.
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Sup Blues.
Welcome, friend.
I missed the speech in its entirety but I've caught a few excerpts.
I'm sure you've heard this...Bin Laden has legitimate concerns that Obama will positively influence Islamic sentiment toward the US and his security and recruiting efforts will be threatened.
Something I predicted when he was elected.
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I've always believed that the best way to defeat terrorism is not by killing them all, but by undermining the ability of the terrorist leaders to recruit.
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I agree that would be ideal. Unfortunatley I must add that the dudes who throw acid into the faces of young girls for going to school in Afganistan should be eliminated.
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Amen! It should be pointed out that not all terrorists are freedom fighters. The goal of some terrorists (abortion clinic bombers, KKK, etc.) is to deny freedom to other people. In a democratic society, there are ways of changing policies you disagree with short of violence. For example, if the pro-life John McCain had won the election, then it would be him replacing David Souter and not Obama. And in theory, the pro-lifers would then have the necessary votes to overturn Roe-vs Wade. Or going back a little further, you can say that pro-lifers have themselves to blame by not demanding that Bush 41 vetted David Souter properly before he was put on the court.
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Thanks jazzcyclist not all terrorists are freedom fighters I hope this statement from "Mighty Mouse" puts even more heat on our "friends" from zionville.
If by meaning "real deal" you have a president who is going to usher in socialism, then, you are probably right.
The article below was written by Stanislav Mishin, a blogger and columnist for the Russian newspaper Pravda.
American capitalism gone with a whimper . . . . .
It must be said, that like the breaking of a great dam, the American decent into Marxism is happening with breath taking speed, against the back drop of a passive, hapless sheeple, excuse me dear reader, I meant people.
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Is it ushering in socialism or...
The stifling of self-destructive, unregulated, brazen and contemptible capitalist greed?
Greed that has lead us into an era of selfishness as opposed to selflessness where we're all defined by our net worth and many cant afford to pay their bills? Where others in position of power live excessive lifestyles at the expense of those they've deceived?
Regulate? God forbid!
Is not one's love as an investment in his fellow man not worth much more?
Once you have more than you can use...then what? You want even more? I have food in my house that will be thrown away and rooms that we don't use.
What will it profit a man to gain the whole world, but lose his own soul?
Oh wretched man that I am, who will save me from this body of death?
I'm just saying.
Are you kidding? Who better than to comment on a socialist than someone who was reared in that system? Its time to open our eyes and view the events unfolding in front of our eyes as they really are.
I agree.
The stifling of self-destructive, unregulated, brazen and contemptible capitalist greed.
How times of changed? A year ago, Obama would not have been caught dead in a Mosque. Now he's spoken at one of the most Sacred Mosques in the heart of the Muslim world and Arabs have adopted him as one of their own, and have even given him the name Abu Hussein as a sign of honor.
It's a shame American's on both sides of the isle can't celebrate Obama's attempt to connect with the hundreds of millions of moderate Muslims without politics.
Well I understand. After all it is hard to ignore that fact that Obama is a communist appeasing covert-Muslim foreign-born surrender apologist . . . .
Yes, it is hard, you forgot black man.
I can't hold it till free speech month.
Am I the only person here who is not enchanted by Obama and is alarmed by his politcs or is it I am the only one not afraid to dissent?
Apparently praising Obama is not politcal but criticizing him is????
I think criticism is perfectly valid, his presidency is hardly error free (politics as usual in that regard). Using charged words to paint an inaccurate picture gets old though.
I think we were only commenting of his speech and not his first 5 months. I thought his speech was very good. He said somethings Muslims wanted to hear but he also said some things they didnt want to hear. Overall i thought it was great. Have you heard the speech?
Did you miss odelltrclan's posts above?
Although I dont believe he addressed Obama's speech.
What did you dislike about the speech, LW?
I watched the "Rachel Maddows" Show yesterday and I think Obama should have stated that no one is doubting the Holocaust took place just that ppl want an accurate count of how many died at the hands of Hitler.Ppl are starting to doubt the historical figure of 6 million.
What's "ppl"?
People and Obama should have mentioned the Nabka to let the world know the plight of the Arabs and Palestinians everyone knows about the jews and the holocaust but not enough of the world knows about the Nabka and the effects that it has on the aformentioned Arabs and Palestine.
No Daisy me personally I follow Richard Williams the Catholic priest when it comes to the Holocaust he doesn't believe that historic figure of 6 million that has been drummed into the collective conscience of the world he as I would like a truly accurate count of how many truly died at the hands of Hitler &company.
I don't think there's anything wrong with you. You're just the product of your times. As a matter of fact, based on the demographics of the exit polls, you would be an outlier if you were enchanted by Obama.
Whether it was 6 million, 5.4 million (a more precise figure that I've read) or some other figure, what difference does it make? Once you get into the millions, why quibble over a few hundred thousand. Pol Pot killed 3 million while Stalin is supposed to be responsible for the death of 20 million. All of these men were equally evil in my book. Even if some day in the future, reputable historians revised the six million figure down to five million, I don't think it would lessen the significance of the Holocaust.
Hey Blues...glad all is well with you. PS06 here.
A long overdue & plain spoken speech that was partially heart & ideologically felt. President Obama said some things that both sides needed to hear and I think what was said will reasonate well with folks.
Now if the politicians can actually come to some sort of plan of action that will enable and empower both sides as opposed to ostarcizing folks....that'll be the true test.
Thank you.
Eggsactly- imagine someone saying Stalin is worse than Hitler cause Hitler only killed 5-6 million. They are both equal monsters. Hitler would have killed a billion Jews if he had the opportunity.
As stated before he's a Catholic priest who doesn't believe the historical figure of 6 million that's been handed down thru the history books Williams isn't denying what happened that's the difference between him and Irving.
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Fall calving brings more bull sales
By KINDRA GORDON
Calving season comes around twice a year at the Spickler Ranch near Glenfield, N.D. They calve 450 cows from March 15 to May 15 and 150 cows from Aug. 10 to Oct. 10.
While that may sound like double the work, brothers Justin and Nathan Spickler say spring- and fall-calving herds offer several advantages.
"The primary reason we added a fall-calving herd was to increase our marketing opportunities for selling seedstock bulls," Justin says.
Key Points
• North Dakota producers add fall calving of cows to their ranch.
• Calving is easier in the fall, but the weather can affect rebreeding.
• Their older bulls are in demand at their production sale.
They hold an annual bull sale at the ranch on the first Monday in May, offering about 100 yearling bulls. "We were concerned about selling more yearling bulls, so as we expanded our cow-herd size in 2003, adding a fall-calving herd allowed us to also have older bulls to sell."
Today, in addition to about 120 yearling bulls, the Spicklers offer 40 coming 2-year-old bulls at their sale. Those older bulls have brought in new customers. "The 20-month-old bulls are really sought after and often top our sale," Justin says.
Spreads out workload
Splitting the calving season makes the workload more manageable for the Spickler brothers, who are partners in their operation with their spouses.
"Calving about 450 cows in the spring is about as much as our facilities can handle," Justin says.Fall calving is not as labor-intensive as spring calving. "We check the herd twice a day in the fall," he says.
They have to AI cows and wean calves twice a year, but they enjoy working with the cattle, so they don't count that as a disadvantage.With two herds, they are also able to use herd sires twice — in the spring and the fall.
Two cautions
Justin says there are a couple of factors to consider with a fall herd.
One is nutrition. "When we calve from August to early October, we try to have the cows graze as long as possible into the fall, but this is when the nutrient quality of the range can be fairly low, and the cows are at peak lactation."
They supplement the fall-calving cows about 30 days prior to breeding in November. They feed alfalfa hay or processing byproducts, such as distillers grains, to boost protein and energy.
"We try to keep the supplementing economical, but we think it is important because it helps with breed-back," Justin says.
Another factor is the weather. If the temperature drops suddenly, and there's a wind chill, cows may stop cycling until they've had time to adjust to the cold, even if they were synchronized.
Despite those factors, Justin says it's been profitable to split the calving season. They'll consider adding more fall-calving cows in the future.
Gordon writes from Whitewood, S.D.
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This week's Malvern Gazette. On sale from tomorrow, and backing #VeryMalvern businesses. pic.twitter.com/nNfjEOV4EC— John Wilson (@johnwilsonWN) December 12, 2013
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The winter sun rising from the Worcestershire Beacon at the top of the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire. pic.twitter.com/8L3LYLWnzT— HuffPostUK Pic Desk (@HuffPostUKPics) December 12, 2013
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We still have spaces left for a Christmas and New Year. Fantastic last minute deals for those last minute bookers. Call NOW 01684 588860— TheCottageInTheWood (@Cottage_Malvern) December 10, 2013
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Only 4 days to go until our Christmas Sale starts! #bizibug #bizitalk #VeryMalvern— Francis of Malvern (@Francis_Malvern) December 10, 2013
CELEBRATION TIME AT PARRYS- WE HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR 40 YEARS! THANKS TO ALL OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS #VeryMalvern pic.twitter.com/jiGwdzuGrY— Parrys jeweller (@Parrysjeweller) December 10, 2013
Mild day in #VeryMalvern. Are you still dreaming of a white Christmas? pic.twitter.com/KMbsNHnqcJ— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 10, 2013
Isn't Antarctica spectacular http://t.co/7F7CyJNdrG Take a look at our Great Expedition #travelpics #verymalvern pic.twitter.com/bz9vQlAUji— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 9, 2013
15 more #shoplocal #VeryMalvern shopping days left before xmas. Make the most of your local High St #worcestershirehour— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 9, 2013
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#worcestershirehour everybody should have #VeryMalvern on their radar for keeping an eye on local business action in Malvern. Thanks guys!— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
Any #worcestershirehour Moleskine users? Why not upgrade to Leuchtturm1917. In #VeryMalvern from @Austin_and_Co pic.twitter.com/2bH8y5c6qf— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 9, 2013
#VeryMalvern winter winterland pics, sold as charity xmas cards. Nearly sold out, we wil be doing it again next year https://t.co/0yOYIhaU1J— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 9, 2013
Social media leads to article in major trade publication #GoNessa! #worcestershirehour #VeryMalvern pic.twitter.com/ohdkSU1T44— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 9, 2013
I've got a ready-made Christmas stocking full of lovely local #VeryMalvern small businesses http://t.co/Qzyn5m38nv #Worcestershirehour— Bronwyn Durand (@BronwynDurand) December 9, 2013
Good morning, and welcome to another day of live updates from Malvern.
#worcestershirehour our balloons on Saturday delivered all around Worcestershire - we love to get out and about! pic.twitter.com/5qom5NV641— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
I'm loving the Dolly's sweet shop pics @Hemdi55 - #worcestershirehour— David Grigg (@davegrigg) December 9, 2013
#worcestershirehour thought you might like our double bottle bags for giving Christmas wine/champagne gifts pic.twitter.com/Fr8XvbpRd9— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
#worcestershirehour how about Rudolf to welcome your customers and guests this Christmas? pic.twitter.com/EIgudIUWXG— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
This week we have been mostly selling HUGE jars of sweets, Herbal Tablets & Strong Mints & choc raisins to catch mice!!#WorcestershireHour— Dolly's Sweet Shop (@Hemdi55) December 9, 2013
Mmmmmmm Pop Tarts #WorcestershireHour pic.twitter.com/OJahjfsFsf— Dolly's Sweet Shop (@Hemdi55) December 9, 2013
Evening #worcestershirehour. Still recovering after a very busy #VeryMalvern #SmallBusinessSaturday.— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 9, 2013
Hi #WorcestershireHour we've been getting very Christmassy - we have our own #VeryMalvern virtual #AdventCalendar each day on Twitter & FB— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
@MalvernCops are enjoying their #XmasPresence party tonight but we have a designated driver #DontDrinkDrive pic.twitter.com/b0UcudmAxE— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) December 9, 2013
Day NINE of our @MalvernEvents #VeryMalvern #AdventCalendar . Open our virtual door to see a selection of 9... http://t.co/UHBuSq1XrF— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 9, 2013
BabaJack Christmas Party 19th Dec Re-Con Great Malvern. I'm making mince pies! Spread the word TICKETS GOING FAST! http://t.co/JJJG9jTohR— BabaJack (Bec) (@BabaJackmusic) December 9, 2013
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THE magic of Christmas has come to Barnards Green.
Traders banded together to make sure that the Barnards Green Magical Christmas had plenty to offer families who visit this centre of independent family-run businesses.
Splendid performance of Walking in The Air by @KingsWorcester chorister, Cosmo - Malvern theatre on Sunday - superb musical experience— Headmaster's Wife (@BerkyCheltenham) December 9, 2013
A nice stomp up the Malvern's this morning. This was the view from up there. pic.twitter.com/BYoWKboQFD— Millie Milward (@MillieMilward) December 9, 2013
This is Christmas, Malvern Cube style. pic.twitter.com/GeLEKW9CjJ— Malvern Cube (@MalvernCube) December 9, 2013
Some readers may already know Sara and Nigel Morris who own and run Malvern post office, but may not realise that they also run Colwall post office and Rhubarb, the new gift shop in Church Street.
The couple moved to Malvern 19 years ago with their two sons when they took on the post officeand planned to stay for three years but loved it so much they stayed.
SHINING lights are brightening the night sky in Malvern in memory of lost loved ones.
A large crowd braved the cold on Monday for the switch-on of Malvern Rotary Club's Tree of Light in Priory Park, Great Malvern.
Barnards Green Magical Christmas. Music from the Malvern Male Voice Choir. More pictures in this week's Malvern Gazette. On sale from Friday.
The Abbey Gateway #VeryMalvern - Can any historians give us the year? pic.twitter.com/8XipQFFnVt— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) December 9, 2013
Francis of Malvern Christmas Sale starts Saturday 14th of December! #VeryMalvern— Francis of Malvern (@Francis_Malvern) December 9, 2013
Beautiful morning looking out from the #Malvern Hills today #Verymalvern pic.twitter.com/xs0i7vzqbn— Holywell Malvern (@HolywellMalvern) December 9, 2013
Annie Potts, one of the organisers of Upton's Christmas Extravaganza.
More pictures in this week's Malvern Gazette. On sale from Friday
Upton held its Christmas Extravaganza on Saturday.
More pictures in this week's Malvern Gazette. On sale from Friday
Tree of Light - Commercial Sponsors - Malvern http://t.co/z8xX7cH1wT Proud to sponsor #Malvern #treeoflight— Xitek Limited (@XitekUK) December 9, 2013
Cute, Christmassy charity bookshop at Great Malvern Train Station. #independent bookstores #quirky… http://t.co/ZnolyZtpax— lucy Jones (@lucymeganjones) December 8, 2013
Malvern Hills Sunrise pic.twitter.com/C6xlEgwL2k— Paul Stephens (@StevoTog) December 8, 2013
What an amazing audience! We rocked Malvern! #thesnowman @ThePeoplesOrch #christmas #orchestra #malverntheatre— Matt Colley (@matthewcolley18) December 8, 2013
lovely praise from one of our Customers for "our Sexy Quotes" If you'd like a Sexy Quote #holidays #verymalvern then please call us #sexy— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 8, 2013
Hello, and welcome to more festive updates from Malvern.
Did you have a good weekend of shopping?
Are you going along to the Upton extravaganza or the Barnards Green Magical Christmas on Saturday? Send your pics to email@example.com— Malvern Gazette (@MalvernGazette) December 5, 2013
Had a great day at Barnards Green Christmas thank you to all who helped make orange pomanders :-)— Cllr Melanie Baker (@mjbakermalvern) December 7, 2013
Great day with the lovely people of Upton-upon-Severn today! pic.twitter.com/5WDakTNQsR— Simple Purity (@SimplePurityUK) December 7, 2013
Had a lovely Mummy and Willow morning today with, seeing festivities in Barnards Green, the donkeys and carols in... http://t.co/LgZZwGPqrW— Malvern Baby Sensory (@BabyxSensory) December 7, 2013
Upside down Christmas trees in Malvern Theatre. @ThePeoplesOrch #fb pic.twitter.com/bkjep7wMkb— Sarah (@stellian) December 8, 2013
Beautiful sunset over the hills this afternoon #worcestershire #verymalvern pic.twitter.com/RzbOuqRxId— Green Lily Marketing (@GreenLily4) December 8, 2013
Vintage Christmas fayre, final day to come and see some of the unique items you can buy. #verymalvern pic.twitter.com/56tN66V1Br— @Ivycycleworks (@Malverncycles) December 8, 2013
Day EIGHT of our @MalvernEvents #VeryMalvern #AdventCalendar - open our virtual door to see a box of 8 great... http://t.co/DObIPf9cQy— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 8, 2013
Im@having a lovely pint of ale, watching Morris dancers perform in the pub in the Malvern hills, with @KatieLedger03 ! #lifeisgood— ze blenk (@Lenny_The_Blenk) December 8, 2013
What a lovely surprise! Subimos um dos montes da cidade de Malvern para ver a vista lá de cima e...… http://t.co/51Mdg89OIJ— Cultura Inglesa (@culturainglesa) December 8, 2013
Long walk in Malvern hills, cup of tea and best bacon sandwich in the world! #bliss pic.twitter.com/otgYL2zeqW— Catherine Fieschi (@CFieschi) December 8, 2013
Touchscreen technology was invented by E.A. Johnson in Malvern, UK, around 1965 - 1967. #TouchFacts #Technology— Touch4 Ltd (@T4Talk) December 8, 2013
Gear packed, off to the beautiful Malvern Hills to do a shoot for @Womens_Cycling Magazine. Nice day for it!— Chris Davies (@cmjdavies) December 8, 2013
View from Malvern Theatre. Beginning to feel happier about being up this early! #beautiful #fb pic.twitter.com/kD51fW08bN— Sarah (@stellian) December 8, 2013
@MHDCcomms Great to have free parking in Malvern yesterday. Did make use after a nine mile trek on the hills. Fabulous day.— Andrew Langstone (@2ndcitysuit) December 8, 2013
Many many thanks to Jill Shepherd for taking time out to bake the most amazing mince pies at The Malvern Kitchen... http://t.co/S1cTs69jEO— Jane Williams (@janeymarie1968) December 7, 2013
Sunshine and Rainbows - Great Malvern pic.twitter.com/8c1199Jb6N— Symon Michael Winter (@AeohMahDoh) December 7, 2013
our advice goes beyond the X Factor #Verymalvern #WorcestershireHour http://t.co/5SV9SyvBZ6 Happiness before Price Why not give us a call— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 7, 2013
It's Sunday, and the sun is shining.
Why not head to Malvern for a walk around our beautiful town, or up on the hills, followed by a warming lunch in one our welcoming bars or cafes?
@SmallBizSatUK After a very successful #VeryMalvern #SmallBizSatUK , looking forward to #SmallBusinessSunday, #SmallBusinessMonday, etc etc— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 7, 2013
Like this post. SEVEN VOUCHERS TO BE WON!! like this post for an extra entry. To enter simply click on the link... http://t.co/XrD5YsRPEZ— Anupam Restaurant (@Anupam_Malvern) December 7, 2013
♫ Today: Great Malvern, United Kingdom - Dec 7 at The Cross Keys http://t.co/4lPyljoaqt— The Reflections (@ReflectionsCB) December 7, 2013
♫ Today: Great Malvern, United Kingdom - Dec 7 at Re-Con http://t.co/fleegYhJwa— Answer Back (@AnswerBackMusic) December 7, 2013
The Malvern Event Organiser is thrilled to be day 8 of the Winter Wonderland Trail - come and see this picture in... http://t.co/2DCGCzPEm1— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 7, 2013
Supporting @SmallBizSatUK just off to do my bit of shopping locally.— Bronwen Behan (@CllrBronBehan) December 7, 2013
Christmas readings today to celebrate our Malvern station shop opening by local Archers actor Alex from 1pm to 5pm - come it will be fun— Onside Advocacy (@OnsideAdvocacy) December 7, 2013
90% of @MHDCcomms businesses have 10 employees or fewer. That's why I am supporting #SmallBizSatUK and shopping local this Christmas.— Harriett Baldwin (@HBaldwinMP) December 2, 2013
It's #SmallBizSatUK and I LOVE these personalised Waterproof Minimaps created by local business in #Alfrick http://t.co/siULMyqJpH— Harriett Baldwin (@HBaldwinMP) December 7, 2013
Malvern, Ivy Scar Rock circa 1911 #VeryMalvern pic.twitter.com/9iFhyyuHDs— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) December 7, 2013
Day SEVEN of our @MalvernEvents #VeryMalvern #AdventCalendar - open our virtual door to see the first 7 balloon... http://t.co/W4i3NZQgCl— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 7, 2013
It's Small Business Saturday! Support your local #Chiropractic Clinic for all your musculoskeletal healthcare needs! #smallbizsatuk #Malvern— 3 Counties Chiro (@3CountiesChiro) December 7, 2013
Half way up the hill by 11:30 #whatiswrongwithus #lushsaturday @ Great Malvern http://t.co/olLvu2Y5ou— Sarah Lucy (@sarah_lon) December 7, 2013
We will be at the Courtyard in Malvern at around half one this afternoon, come up and have a listen :) DH x— Hennesea Anna Watts (@hennesea) December 7, 2013
Two donkeys and a red setter masquerading as a reindeer walking down Church Street in #Malvern! #lovin'Christmas #donkey sanctuary— Lynn Lee (@LynninColwall) December 7, 2013
@SmallBizSatUK @Great_Malvern #SmallBizSatUK #VeryMalvern #GreatMalvern #IndieRetail #ShopLocal pic.twitter.com/ehAJRdNNRQ— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 7, 2013
Day 7 of the Great Malvern Winter Wonderland Trail. http://t.co/XOcgXFGsHH— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 6, 2013
#veryMalvern #worcestershirehour Long delays today at Airports Pls Check in on time due to ATC Glitch at Swanwick hopeyou're not too delayed— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 7, 2013
We're open for business @SmallBizSatUK up to 5% discount for any Holiday bookings today subject t&c's http://t.co/nzngiRxo5l #VeryMalvern— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 7, 2013
A cookery voucher makes a great Christmas Gift.#verymalvern pic.twitter.com/ZeiHBJCM7k— Lizzy Hughes (@OurLizzy) December 6, 2013
Are you shopping in Malvern today?
Look out for updates here.
You can follow this blog on your mobile at m.malverngazette.co.uk
Malvern Hills on a sunny winters day. Taken from Bransford pic.twitter.com/J4CIL3N0h0— Rift Technology (@RiftDriven) December 6, 2013
Very cool post from @BronwynDurand to celebrate #SmallBizSatUK & #Verymalvern http://t.co/w4cLKeG5s6 Buy local tomorrow #Malvern— Alasdair Munn (@ajmunn) December 6, 2013
What a beautiful sound! MT @marion_luscombe Flash Mob - Gabrieli's 'Audite Principes' at Malvern Theatres
We're open as usual #SmallBusinessSaturday from 09:30 to 16:30 so do call in if you are up on the #verymalvern Hills http://t.co/mxY7YWT7Am— Cafe H2O (@CafeH2O) December 6, 2013
We're here at Malvern and a ho ho ho happy christmas to you! It's a very well attended event. Lovely to see our... http://t.co/wtQHZBryGn— Scarf Nation (@ScarfNation1) December 6, 2013
Many Thanks to #verymalvern for all of the re-tweets, it is a great service and hope #verymalvern continues in The New Year and beyond— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 6, 2013
For our #VeryMalvern @SmallBizSatUK , we give 100% for service price & quality. Some things though are even beyond us pic.twitter.com/yyJOsw7og4— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 6, 2013
A gaming pad made for #VeryMalvern. No wifi or broadband required. No power needed. 5 games installed for only £5.95. pic.twitter.com/4ydLHMC6Y6— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 6, 2013
PCSOs Donner & Blitzen ready with Home Security table at Grove Xmas Fayre #CommEngagement #StaySafe pic.twitter.com/vpRzqGKVci— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) December 6, 2013
I've got a ready-made Christmas stocking full of lovely #verymalvern small businesses http://t.co/Qzyn5m38nv #SmallBizSatUK— Bronwyn Durand (@BronwynDurand) December 6, 2013
From 15:00 hrs PCSOs Tudge & Steve Freeman will at the The Grove School Christmas Fayre. Goodies on offer #secureyourhome. #CommEngagement— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) December 6, 2013
Live Premier League football Saturday, Manchester United v Newcastle United at 12:45pm on the big screen in HD at Langlands.— Malvern Town FC (@MalvernTown1946) December 6, 2013
"Snap Happy" photo competition http://t.co/K1tuva0d1u #VeryMalvern why not join in— Lee Harrison, (@MWTtravelexpert) December 6, 2013
Still have a couple of rooms available for our relaxing Xmas or New Year Gourmet Breaks. See details http://t.co/bEYGJGmS0K #xmasbreak— Colwall Park (@Colwall_Park) December 6, 2013
Wonderful pantomine @MalvernTheatres this Xmas. Helps make our Xmas breaks really good fun. OH YES IT DOES!!! http://t.co/bEYGJGmS0K— Colwall Park (@Colwall_Park) December 6, 2013
Tomorrow is the Barnards Green Magical Christmas event in aid of Malvern Community Hospital. Santa will be... http://t.co/lkU2xVLNkA— Green Frog Pottery (@FrogPottery) December 6, 2013
Picture gallery Malvern Christmas lights switch-on 2013: http://t.co/vV4ux5x72R #VeryMalvern http://t.co/zb7tvGu5km http://t.co/PmhQNI6P57— John Wilson (@johnwilsonWN) December 6, 2013
The Malvern Hills will be alive with the sound of @ReflectionsCB tomorrow - Live at The Cross Keys from 9pm! See you there!— The Reflections (@ReflectionsCB) December 6, 2013
#VeryMalvern at a glance on @tagboard: https://t.co/nkfxrEnpkh— #VeryMalvern (@VeryMalvern) December 6, 2013
Big marketing numbers for #VeryMalvern campaign http://t.co/qXB8rsjIsf via @TweetBinder— #VeryMalvern (@VeryMalvern) December 6, 2013
Doing a bit of Christmas shopping? I've got a ready-made stocking full of lovely #verymalvern small businesses http://t.co/Qzyn5m38nv— Bronwyn Durand (@BronwynDurand) December 5, 2013
Shop at @waitrose Malvern sat or Sunday and buy one extra item for the food bank! They need your help! #goodcause http://t.co/M8HpMRelIl— Laura Lillis ⚓ (@laulillis) December 6, 2013
This week's Malvern Gazette. On sale now.
No need to wait for #SmallBusinessSaturday to #shoplocal in #VeryMalvern. Make a start today! pic.twitter.com/Vr2ZmqMH1f— Austin & Co (@Austin_and_Co) December 6, 2013
Day SIX of our @MalvernEvents #VeryMalvern #AdventCalendar - open our virtual door for our box of 6 crackers each... http://t.co/A1aWLSQ2yP— MalvernEventOrganisr (@MalvernEvents) December 6, 2013
Welcome to week five of our live blog, packed with festive updates from Malvern, where shops are sure of a warm welcome from the town's independent traders.
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